CVE-2008-4104: Joomla/framework Joomla! Open Redirect Vulnerability Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-9qr2-fx2g-pfvh
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CWE-601
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2008-4104 is a MODERATE joomla! open redirect vulnerability vulnerability (CWE-601: URL Redirection to Untrusted Site ('Open Redirect')) affecting Joomla/framework libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves joomla! open redirect vulnerability. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 1.5.7.

CVE-2008-4104 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2008-4104
GHSA Identifier GHSA-9qr2-fx2g-pfvh
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-601: URL Redirection to Untrusted Site ('Open Redirect')
Affected Product Joomla/framework
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2008-4104

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Joomla/framework dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

joomla/framework fixed: 1.5.7 
Upgrade joomla/framework to 1.5.7
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

inspect dependencies for joomla/framework

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2008-4104, inspect your project dependencies for Joomla/framework:

inspect dependencies for joomla/framework

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Joomla/framework in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 1.5.7), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-601: URL Redirection to Untrusted Site ('Open Redirect'), where the web application accepts a user-controlled input that specifies a link to an external site, and uses that link in a redirect. In Joomla/framework, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

Multiple open redirect vulnerabilities in Joomla! 1.5 before 1.5.7 allow remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary web sites and conduct phishing attacks via a "passed in" URL.

CVE-2008-4104 Affected Joomla/framework Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
1.5.7
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
joomla/framework
 Packagist
≥ 1.5.0
< 1.5.7
1.5.7

References

NVD — CVE-2008-4104 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2008-4104
exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/450... WEB
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45071
Joomla/framework Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/joomla/joomla-framework
Joomla/framework Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20081219152017/http://developer.joomla.org/security/news/274-20080904-core-redirect-spam.html
marc.info/ WEB
http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122115344915232&w=2
marc.info/ WEB
http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122118210029084&w=2
marc.info/ WEB
http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122152798516853&w=2
Joomla/framework Security Information SECURITY
http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4275

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4104?
CVE-2008-4104 is a security vulnerability in Joomla/framework involving Joomla! Open Redirect vulnerability under CWE-601: URL Redirection to Untrusted Site ('Open Redirect').
Which Joomla/framework versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 1.5.7 across affected packages: joomla/framework.
What version fixes CVE-2008-4104?
Upgrading to 1.5.7 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is joomla/framework affected?
Yes, joomla/framework is affected in releases prior to 1.5.7. Upgrade your dependency to 1.5.7 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2008-4104?
CVE-2008-4104 is classified under CWE-601: URL Redirection to Untrusted Site ('Open Redirect') (The web application accepts a user-controlled input that specifies a link to an external site, and uses that link in a redirect.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2008-4104?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for joomla/framework'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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